SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2159A
MIDLGB2159A belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2159A |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 59A |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | Tavistock Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC works
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MIDL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 59A Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which bank is behind SWIFT code MIDLGB2159A?
The code MIDLGB2159A belongs to Tavistock Branch, part of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, our database contains 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. All of them are listed on the page of HSBC Bank PLC.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2159A with a typo?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2159A against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before you confirm.
Can I use MIDLGB21 instead of MIDLGB2159A?
MIDLGB21 points to the main office of HSBC Bank PLC, while MIDLGB2159A is Tavistock Branch. For a normal transfer the head office code is usually fine, yet use MIDLGB2159A if the recipient asks for it.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Transfers in other currencies can take 1–3 business days.
Do I need MIDLGB2159A to send euros to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need MIDLGB2159A.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.